Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Former Chargemaster CEO launches new company to simplify home and workplace charging - David Martell, founder and former CEO of Chargemaster, has launched a new EV charge point company focused on providing hassle-free and affordable EV charging to homes ... Read More »- Chip shortage wipes 100,000 cars off UK automotive output in Q1 - UK car production fell 32.4% in the first quarter on the back of the continued semiconductor shortage, wiping almost 100,000 units off of last year’s figure. ... Read More »
- e-scooters five times safer than bicycles, finds RoSPA report - A new study which finds that e-scooters are significantly less risky than many other forms of transport on Britain’s roads has launched today from accident prevention ... Read More »
- Government to clamp down on e-scooter safety issues in legalisation plans - New legislation allowing private e-scooter use on public roads could be included in the upcoming Queen’s Speech under government plans to tackle widespread safety issues. For ... Read More »
- Abax helps courier save £30,000 in insurance costs and improve service - A Glasgow-based courier has saved £30,000 in insurance costs and improved its customer service with the help of telematics specialist ABAX. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Ohme partners with ZenAuto to drive EV take-up - EV smart charging company Ohme has tied with leading personal leasing company ZenAuto to help simplify the switch to electric vehicles. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Fleetmaxx Solutions and Recharge Rescue partner to support MaxxEV - Recharge Rescue, the only insured product designed specifically for EV drivers providing 24/7 emergency roadside charging, has announced a partnership with Fleetmaxx Solutions. For more of ... Read More »
- Expert advice on going electric in new EV Fleet World Digital Magazine - The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out, featuring in-depth guidance on going electric for businesses and drivers. For more of the ... Read More »
- Fleet World Fleet: Citröen ë-C4 - Nat Barnes takes delivery of our new Citröen ë-C4 long-termer, just before Storm Eunice takes its toll. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Total Motion launches Fleetiful all-inclusive fleet management solution - Total Motion has launched a new fleet management solution said to be the first all-inclusive product in the UK sector. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- MOT rules could be relaxed to help counter cost-of-living crisis - The annual MOT could be shifted to a two-year cycle under cost-of-living plans discussed by the Government. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Daily rental shortage causing major headaches for fleet managers, reports AFP - The current shortage of daily rental vehicles is causing a wide range of problems for businesses, ranging from maintenance to taking on new starters, while increasing ... Read More »
- Interview with Targa Telematics: The not-so-new kids on the block - As Targa Telematics ramps up its plans for the UK, country manager Thomas Smith spoke to Natalie Middleton at this year’s Great British Fleet Event about ... Read More »
- Paua targets fleets with UK’s largest roaming network of 10,000 charge points - Paua has expanded its roaming network for EV charging, offering fleets access to 10,000 charge point connectors across the country. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Ford Pro launches end-to-end charging solution for fleets - Ford has debuted a dedicated EV charging solution for European customers to meet the needs of commercial vehicle fleets, regardless of vehicle make. For more of ... Read More »
- Hyundai Ioniq 5 updated with extra power and range - Hyundai has updated the Ioniq 5 with a new larger battery and extra equipment for the 2023 model year. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Mer enhances fleet EV charging offer with Elmtronics integration - European EV charging company Mer is strengthening its UK presence to offer a full-service solution to businesses, workplaces and fleets, following its recent acquisition of Elmtronics. ... Read More »
- Ford E-Transit electric van prices and specifications revealed - Ford E-Transit has announced details for its new E-Transit electric van, which is priced from £47,700 excluding VAT in the UK. For more of the latest ... Read More »
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Natalie Middleton
Natalie has worked as a fleet journalist for over 20 years, previously as assistant editor on the former Company Car magazine before joining Fleet World in 2006. Prior to this, she worked on a range of B2B titles, including Insurance Age and Insurance Day.
